This weekend marks the beginning of the race for a coveted spot in the World Cup next year in Africa. Here are the stadiums where the crucial playoff matches will take place:
- Nigeria vs. Ethiopia, November 16, Calabar:
- Stadium: UJ Usuene Stadium, Calabar
- Capacity: 35,000
- Notes: The Super Eagles’ home ground, unbeaten in playoff campaigns.
- Senegal vs. Ivory Coast, November 16, Casablanca:
- Stadium: Mohammed V Stadium, Casablanca
- Capacity: 67,000
- Notes: Senegal’s temporary residence due to the suspension of Léopold Sédar Senghor.
- Cameroon vs. Tunisia, November 17, Yaoundé:
- Stadium: Ahmadou Ahidjo Stadium, Yaoundé
- Capacity: 38,509
- Notes: A multi-sports stadium, one of the oldest hosting the Indomitable Lions.
- Egypt vs. Ghana, November 19, Cairo:
- Stadium: Air Defense Stadium, Cairo
- Capacity: Not specified
- Notes: Also known as June 30 Stadium, hosting matches of various Egyptian teams.
- Algeria vs. Burkina Faso, November 19, Blida:
- Stadium: Mustapha-Tchaker Stadium, Blida
- Capacity: 35,000
- Notes: The Fennecs’ home ground, undefeated since its inauguration in 1978.
These stadiums will be buzzing with excitement as teams battle for a spot in the World Cup.
